Rose Vineyards & Winery is a craft winery that opened in North Branford, Connecticut in October…read more2019. It was founded by husband and wife Jon and Ellen Rose with the help and assistance of their extended family. The Rose family is one of the oldest families in North Branford. Beginning in 1646, Robert and Marjorie Rose began working their land as a traditional New England farm with orchards and livestock. Today the farm is one of the oldest in the country that is continuously run by the same family. The farm now features a farm market building, a creamery that makes old-fashioned custard, Buck's Grill (offering breakfast and lunch), a bakery, and a maple syrup operation. For several years, members of the Rose family had an idea about opening a winery on the property. 12th generation family member Jon decided to make this idea a realty. Beginning in 2017, several members of the Rose family assisted in planting the vineyard while a winery building was built on the property by Al Rose Construction. Jon and Ellen run the new venture as co-owners and co-vintners. At Rose Vineyards, the staff focus on viticulture, enology and wine education using the best environments and sustainable practices while ensuring the highest quality. My family and I recently visited Rose Vineyards for the first time. This came just a couple of days after we visited Rose Orchards Farm to pick strawberries. We had heard several good things about the winery since it opened. The vineyards were beautiful and the new winery building was very impressive. In addition to the delicious wine, the building also has an on-site kitchen that prepares farm-to-table dishes. We saw several delicious charcuterie and mezze platters coming out of the kitchen during our visit. However, we were there for another culinary treat: PIZZA! In the warmer months, every Thursday night is "Pizza Night". We picked a table right outside on the patio next to the wood-burning oven. To drink, I ordered a glass of "Pinotage" while my wife ordered "Symphony". Both were excellent wines! For pizza, we all ordered and shared the "Pepperoni" (pepperoni, San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, EVOO), "Truffle Burrata" (burrata, spinach, parmigiana reggiano, truffle pesto, EVOO), "Lobster" (lobster, ricotta, fresh mozzarella, tarragon, roasted tomatoes, garlic, pernod reduction, sarvecchio cheese), and the "Nutella" (nutella, strawberries, powdered sugar, toasted hazelnuts) for dessert. Every single pie was excellent!! Before leaving, I had a glass of their "Cabernet Sauvignon" which was very flavorful! Beautiful scenery, friendly staff, delicious wine and mouth-watering wood-fired pizza! We'll definitely be returning to Rose Vineyards!

This place was packed on a Sunday afternoon. I was a little worried about parking but the lot was…read morebigger than it looked and there was plenty of space. They had a corn maze, pumpkins, apple orchards, and a variety of animals! I didn't do the corn maze but I enjoyed seeing the goats, pig, chickens, turkey, and even a yak. They had no issues with you feeding the animals and sold some food for a quarter. I was initially disappointed that all the apples were gone because the trees in the front were completely bare but once we got a bag and saw the map, I saw that the land was quite spacious with every variety of apple you could think of. The front rows had been picked clean but there were plenty to choose from in the back. They charged by the pound. For a few apples, we paid about $6. They had a ton of apple pies and some flavors I had never heard of before like apple caramel walnut. Had such a good time.

Great addition to the neighborhood…read more Good parking Friendly Clean Great delicious gelato

This has got to be the best gelato in Connecticut! We went in thinking that we'd have a small cup…read moreand 1 scoop each, but on tasting 6 flavors (3 apiece, which is their limit per person for sampling), we decided to get 2 large cups with a scoop of each flavor we sampled. It's just that good! We tried the tiramisu, straciatella, gianduja, mint chocolate chip, popcorn, and s'mores, and they were all phenomenal! Creamy and fresh, and they were clearly made the Italian way and definitely could go up against any gelato in Italy!

We went on Monday, Memorial Day around 430. It wasn't too crowded but I think we just beat the rush…read moreas there were a lot of people outside happily eating their ice cream. This was our first time and we were really excited by all of the flavors listed on the website. We assumed going in that they wouldn't have every flavor available but were pleasantly surprised but the amount that they had. All 5 of us were very pleased with how smooth and creamy the ice cream was. We had coffee Oreo (big big hit!), chocolate peanut butter brownie (so good), chocolate chip cookie dough (good but nothing special) and cake batter (also good but nothing special). We'd definitely come back again next time we're in town!

Solid 3 stars. It has a lot of competition but can hold its own. Ambiance, ice cream parlor theme…read more.

They have the best Maraschino Cherries ever! Sweet Cream ice cream and all all is good in the World.read more

I gave been coming here for years but today was the last time.the girl messed up my order . Times…read more The owner needs to train the workers better.

The place was very inviting and the servers were very nice and polite. They welcomed us well. I had…read morenever tried coffee ice cream before and it was well worth it.

Always a hit!! Never a miss!! Very much worth the drive. Has a cute little spot to sit inside or…read moreout. Nice workers... very generous

I have driven by a bunch of times now and finally stopped in to reward myself for the 10k road race…read moreI ran earlier in the morning. Parked in the lower lot which is not accessible at all for people with disabilities. Took me forever to figure out what I wanted, grabbed a banana split for the healthy option with a banana included lol. I had Mint, Smores and Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffle for ice cream flavors with all the fixings. Mint was the best choice, could have done without the other two. I will be back for a normal ice cream sometime.

What's great little beachy place. We spotted this place on our drive down tot he shore. Ample…read moreparking and outdoor seating. And service was fairly quick. Big portions of the ice cream for a modest price. As for the ice cream itself, it was a little hit or miss with our family. We loved most of the flavors (particularly the salted caramel) but the mint chip was a little toothpastey taste. I'd skip that the next go around. But otherwise, friendly people and a nice way to spend a summer evening

Arethusa Farm Dairy is easily one of the top ice cream spots I have ever tasted in my life. It is…read moresome of the creamiest, smoothest, and most refreshing ice cream I've ever had, without even a hint of artificial taste. According to their story, it's all naturally produced from the milk of their 300 cows housed at Arethusa Farm in Litchfield, CT. The menu is packed with delicious and interesting flavors, and taste-testing is gladly allowed. My daughter got a cup of the mint chip, while I opted for a waffle cone with sweet cream and chocolate. Both were absolutely delicious. The ambiance is that of an upscale ice cream spot. The interior features a bright, clean, and welcoming black-and-white design, with framed photos of their farm cows lining the walls. There is no traditional table seating inside--just two benches and some standing room--so it is mostly an order-to-go setup. It is also conveniently located right around the corner from the Yale University campus, making it a perfect treat to enjoy while walking. The service can be a little on the slow side, but that's likely because they graciously let everyone sample flavors. The employees are incredibly friendly, engaging, and informative about the shop's most popular scoops. An absolute must-visit in New Haven.

An ice cream shop near Yale Old Campus, sourcing dairy products from a local farm that originated…read morein 1868. Peach: A seasonal flavor, my absolute favorite. Late July is peach season, and the sweet aroma of peaches blends beautifully with the natural richness of milk. The first taste is the sweet and sour peach, with fruit pieces bursting like popping boba, followed by a rich and mellow fruity aroma that instantly transports you to an orchard. All of this is built on a rich and natural milk base. Butter Pecan: A spontaneous choice. Overall, it's slightly salty within the milky flavor, with pecan nuts as a topping, making it a rather full-bodied one. Fortunately, it's not too sweet, so it's not cloying, and the slight saltiness adds a nice touch. I thought it was just okay, but my parents loved it. Sweet Cream Chocolate Chip: Apparently their signature flavor. The sweet cream wasn't actually too sweet, but the cream was very rich and fragrant; the real sweetness came from the chocolate chips, which burst in your mouth with every chew, and even just a sample was slightly cloying. The staff were very friendly, proactively offering recommendations and samples. Taking a break with ice cream while strolling around campus and the art gallery is definitely a great experience.

Food, wine are all delicious. The decor is super rustic and adorable…read more Our server was funny and friendly. One of our favorite wineries in CT.

Food was absolutely delicious. The cheeses paired great with the wine. The service was a little…read moreslow, could be because we went there on a weekend. Atmosphere was nice, the inside was very lively.

Love this place! It's impossible not to want to buy EVERYTHING! We got the chocolate fudge, cheddar…read morechive scones, lemon and blueberry tea bread, apple cider donuts, caramel and pecan cookies, cider, and chocolate raspberry chews. They have a food stand, bar stand and an ice cream stand! Service is fast and it's family oriented. I highly recommend it since it's gourmet, fresh and delicious! Can't wait to be back.

This place was amazing, I really enjoyed the gemstone sifting. (Pro Tip : Buy the 30$ bag it's…read moredefinitely worth it) I ended up buying some maple popcorn and apple cider and they paired well together. The workers were minding their business and checking in was very smooth and easy. Fast service. (Pro Tip #2 : Buy your tickets online and skip the line) The grounds were mostly clean besides near the corn pit (For obvious reasons) and overall it was a nice experience.

I love, and appreciate, premium, top quality, homemade ice cream, and that's what Wentworth's is…read moreall about. They had 28 standard ice cream flavors, plus 8 flavors of the moment,one was a vegan flavor,and one was a sugar-free flavor. Not sure what you want. They offer free samples. I choose the chocolate salted caramel Oreo. It was super creamy, and packed with Oreos. OMG it was so good. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and there is plenty of parking in their large parking lot. The store was very clean, and they had plenty of friendly staff on hand to help you. I will definitely be returning to try more flavors.

Simply the best ice cream in this area. We are lucky to have great ice cream shops in this area…read more Wentworths is the farthest from my house and It is worth the drive. I always look forward to their seasonal flavors. Aside from that the people that work there are ALWAYS so nice and sincerely happy to be there.